Ananya Panday’s heart was full as her family gathered to celebrate baby River’s first birthday. The day overflowed with love, laughter, and tender moments that captured the essence of their close-knit bond. Ananya, who shares a special connection with her nephew, gave fans a peek into the celebration through a series of heartfelt posts.
Adding to the emotional weight of the day, Ananya also posted a picture with her father, Chunky Panday, cradling baby River. The three generations in one frame captured the essence of family love and continuity, making it a standout moment from the celebration.
A Maasi’s Love: Ananya’s Adorable Moments with Baby River
Ananya, who has often expressed her affection for River, made sure to mark the milestone with a series of touching posts. One of the most heart-melting images showed River fast asleep in her arms while Ananya smiled gently at the camera. She lovingly referred to him as “our sailor turns 1, hbd river baby” and the photo radiated pure affection.
In another delightful story, Ananya shared a video that captured a classic baby antic. She was trying to feed River juice from a baby cup, but the mischievous toddler had other plans—he decided to chew on the cup instead. Ananya’s laughter in the video was infectious, and her persistence in trying to feed him only added to the charm.
A Year of Memories: Their Growing Bond
This wasn’t the first time Ananya had shared glimpses of her bond with River. Earlier this year, she posted a series of photos and videos that melted hearts across social media. In one, she mimicked River’s expression while holding him in one arm. In another, he was peacefully napping in her embrace. One particularly striking image showed River gazing directly into the camera as Ananya held him close, captioned simply: “Missing my little koala baby nephew River.”
On the Work Front: A Stellar Year for Ananya
While her personal life is glowing with joy, Ananya’s professional journey is equally vibrant. She recently earned praise for her role in the courtroom drama Kesari Chapter 2, where she starred alongside R. Madhavan and Akshay Kumar. Her portrayal of law student Dilreet Gill added depth to the film’s powerful narrative centered on the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
Ananya is set to appear in the romantic drama Chand Mera Dil with Lakshya. The film, produced by Dharma Productions, promises an intense love story that has already generated buzz with its dreamy posters and teaser. Additionally, she will reunite with Kartik Aaryan in Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu, a romantic comedy slated for a Valentine’s 2026 release. Their chemistry, last seen in Pati Patni Aur Woh, is expected to charm audiences once again. Ananya’s musical ventures have also made waves. Her singles “CTRL” and “Call Me Bae” showcased her versatility and helped her connect with a younger, digital-savvy audience.
